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Then chain the projectors together by connecting an RS232 port of the first projector 
(already connected to the computer/controller through the 
RS422 port) to an RS232 
port on the next projector in the chain. Continue connecting projectors in this manner 
until you’ve reached the last projector in the chain, so that only the last projector has 
one unused 
RS232 port. See Figure 2.33. 
 
Figure 2.33. Mixed Serial Network 
Note that communication parameters such as baud rate must be set to match the 
particular controlling device before connecting as a network—refer to the 
documentation that came with your controlling device in order to determine the 
proper baud rate. See 3.7, Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls if you 
need help changing the projector baud rate. In addition, set the Network Routing to 
“RS232 and RS422 Joined” if you want to reach all projectors. 
NOTES: 1) To avoid damage, connect only properly wired serial communication 
cables. See Appendix C for details. 2) It is recommended that each RS232 
communication cable be no more than 25 feet in length. Use high quality cables. 
ETHERNET NETWORK SETUP: To add one or more projectors to an Ethernet network, 
use standard CAT5 cable to connect each projector’s Ethernet port to a hub on to the 
network. A controller or PC must also be connected to the hub. See Figure 2.34. 
 
Figure 2.34. Typical Ethernet Network 
SETTING THE PROJECTOR’S IP ADDRESS: Upon connection to most Ethernet 
networks, each projector’s factory default IP address of 0.0.0.0 triggers the network’s 
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server function to automatically 
assign an IP address that is valid and unique for use on that network. Depending on 
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session, but may change with subsequent power-ups and logins. On some networks, 
the address will remain stable from session to session. In all cases, the projector’s IP 
address and port appear in the Status menu as well as the Ethernet Settings submenu. 
See Figure 2.35 
 
Figure 2.35. Setting the Projector’s IP Address 
Note that if a projector’s IP address is anything other than 0.0.0.0  (shown as 
000.000.000.000 in the Ethernet Settings menu) upon connection to an Ethernet 
network, or if DHCP is not available on the network, the automatic DHCP server 
function for supplying a valid and unique IP address to the projector is disabled. 
Instead, a specific and static IP address must be defined in projector memory—enter 
the new address in the Ethernet Settings submenu, or send to the projector via a serial 
command.. The IP address will be in effect until it is changed again, or until the 
DHCP checkbox is re-enabled for use with a DHCP server on the network. 
NOTE: Only the port and IP address of the projector can be changed. The subnet 
mask is fixed (255.255.255.0). 
CHANGING THE PORT#: On some Ethernet networks, firewall restrictions may 
require that the port number of the projector be changed from its default of 3002. If 
so, enter a new port number in the Ethernet Settings menu or include the new port# in 
an XIP serial command sent to the projector. It is highly recommended not to use a 
port# below 1000, as these ports are typically reserved for and used by common IP 
applications.  
SUBNET MASK AND DEFAULT GATEWAY: The Subnet Mask and Default Gateway are 
automatically assigned when DHCP is enabled. If a static IP is being used, it must be 
assigned before the subnet mask. The Default Gateway is an optional router device 
used to send and receive data outside the subnet. 
 
ArtNet INTERFACE SETTINGS:  Refer to Section 3.6 – Adjusting System Parameters 
and Advanced Control, System Configuration – Communication for additional 
information about ArtNet settings. 
By default, communications originating from one type of serial controller—RS232 
vs. RS422 vs. Ethernet—stay on the corresponding network path. A “Separate” 
setting indicates this separation for “Network Routing” in the Communications menu. 
If you are using an RS422 controller, for example, it will communicate only with the 
projector to which it is connected unless you change this setting to either “RS232 and 
RS422 Joined” or “All Joined” (Figure 2.36).   Se
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Figure 2.36. Keeping Communications Separate (default) 
To relay all messages to all ports—RS232, RS422, and Ethernet—set the “Network 
Routing” option in the Communications menu for each projector to “All Joined”. 
This configuration is useful if you are using a non-RS232 controller with the RS232 
linking available between these projectors. For example, you may want to use both an 
RS422-compatible controller and an Ethernet-connected PC for working with a 
network of projectors linked via their RS232 in/out ports (Figure 2.37). 
 
Figure 2.37. Joining All Networks 
To isolate just RS422 communications, select “RS232 and Ethernet Joined”. In 
Figure 2.37, only projector #3 will respond to the RS422 controller. To isolate just 
Ethernet communications, select “RS232 and RS422 Joined”—only projector #1 will 
respond via Ethernet.  
 The North American rated line cord is provided with each projector. Ensure 
that you are using a line cord that meets the appropriate rating standards (CCC 
for use in China, PSE for use in Japan). 
Plug the projector’s high-current line cord into the line input socket located in the 
lower right corner of the rear panel of the projector, then plug the 3-pronged end of 
the line cord into a grounded AC outlet. Make sure the socket outlet is installed near 
the equipment and is easily accessible. Input voltage to all Roadster and Mirage S+ 
models must be capable of 200 –240 VAC. Use the proper power source and the 
high-current rated line cord provided. See Section 6, Specifications for all power 
requirements.   Communicating to 
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 WARNING  
Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are 
not within the specified voltage and power range. 
 Caution for Shutdowns: Once the projector is turned off (), the lamp 
cooling fans will continue to run for approximately five minutes to ensure that the 
projector and lamp have sufficiently cooled, at which point the fans will 
automatically shut off. To avoid thermal stress that can lead to premature lamp 
failure, never unplug the line cord while the lamp cooling fans are running, and 
never unplug to power down. 
The projector is set up at the 
factory for use in a front 
screen, floor mount 
orientation. If your initial 
installation is ceiling mount 
or rear screen, displayed 
images may be upside down 
and/or reversed. To correct, 
you must change the image 
orientation from within the 
Configuration Menu (you 
may prefer to do this before 
physically installing the 
projector in its final 
position/orientation). 
In the Configuration Menu highlight and select the “Image Orientation” pull-down 
list. See Figure 2.38. Select from Rear, Inverted Rear, Front or Inverted Front 
according to your intended installation. See Section 3, Operation for further 
information. 
For most installations, the lens surface of the projector is parallel to the screen—this 
prevents major keystoning of the image (i.e., an image with non-parallel sides). In 
addition, the projector must be kept level from side-to-side in order for the lamp to 
function safely. To make small corrections to the projector’s level, rotate each leg as 
necessary to raise or lower. See Figure 2.39. For angled installations, see “Special 
Mounting” under 2.3, Projector Position and Mounting earlier in this section. 
 
Figure 2.39. Adjusting the Feet Height 
2.8 Operating 
Orientation 
 
Figure 2.38. Image Orientation 
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Once the projector is properly set up and producing an image, you are ready to make 
quick lens adjustments. Refer to 3.3, Using the Keypads and 3.4, Navigating the 
Menus if you are unfamiliar with using the keypad and menu system. 
Lens Adjustments 
NOTE: Not applicable to fixed lenses. Focus fixed lens by turning focus ring on lens. 
 
 
 
 
With the input image displayed: 
o If remote keypad: Press Zoom 
 or .
 
o If built-in keypad: Press Zoom 
 or .
 
Hold the key down to see the effect –arrows in the display indicate the 
direction of the zoom (Figure 2.40). 
 
 
With the input image displayed: 
o If remote keypad: Press Focus 
 or .
 
o If built-in keypad: Press Focus
 
 or .
 
Hold the key down to see the effect – arrows in the display indicate 
the direction of the focus (Figure 2.41). 
• 
• LENS OFFSET: To move the image: 
o If remote keypad: Press either Lens H
 or 
Lens V 
 (Figure 2.42). 
o If built-in keypad: Press 
Len s
Sh i f t and use the arrow keys. 
 
 
 
 
 
Both styles of remote IR keypads—ergonomic or “brick” 
rental staging—can be converted to a wired remote by adding 
the appropriate cable (provided). This is most useful for 
simple applications in which it is impractical to communicate 
via IR, such as when the projector is in another room and 
cannot respond to an IR signal, or when you wish to connect 
to and control individual projectors within a group. 
To control the projector when signals from a remote keypad cannot reach the 
projector, use the projector’s built-in keypad. The nearby LED display provides 
feedback indicating current status and activities of the projector. Because the built-in 
keypad has fewer keys than the remote keypad, certain projector functions are 
accessible only through the menu system rather than via a direct key.  
2.10  Zoom, Focus & 
Lens Offset 
 Zoom '
 
Figure 
2.40 
 Focus 
 
Figure 
2.41 
 
 
 
Figure 2.42 
2.11 Keypad 
Protocols and 
Conversion 
 
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NOTE: The built-in keypad cannot be disabled 
In addition, the rental staging keypad typically used with Roadsters can operate under 
a variety of different IR protocols, useful in multiple-projector sites where you prefer 
the tetherless freedom of controlling many adjacent projectors independently. When 
Keypad A operates under a different protocol than Keypad B (or others), each keypad 
communicates only with the projector(s) having a matching protocol defined in 
memory. See below. 
This style of keypad offers one protocol (A) only, and can be converted for 
wired use as follows: 
1.  Using the built-in keypad, display the Communications menu and 
choose the wired keypad option. 
2.  Then, connect the remote IR keypad to the phono jack input labeled 
REMOTE on the projector’s input panel. 
NOTES: 1) Typically used for Roadsters. 2) Protocols B-G described here 
require main projector software v1.2d or higher. 
At manufacture, this remote keypad is assigned “A” as its default protocol, 
which is simply a collection of settings that determines how the IR keypad 
operates. Once assigned, a protocol remains in effect until it is changed—
that is, a remote keypad will operate as it currently does until you change 
its protocol. Each rental staging remote can operate using one of 7 different 
IR protocols, or it can be set to a “wired” protocol for use when a cable 
connects the remote to the projector. Change protocol via “hard-wired” 
jumper settings inside the keypad, set projector software to match, and add 
or remove the keypad cable as necessary. 
NOTE: Match the protocol on the projector to that of a keypad by accessing the 
Communications submenu. See 3.8, Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced 
Controls for further information on how to define which protocol the projectors 
infrared sensors (rear and front) will recognize. 
Setting the Protocol 
To convert the Roadster “brick” style of keypad from IR to wired use (or vice versa), 
set its protocol accordingly—see below. 
Step 1 
Unlatch and open the battery compartment on the back of the keypad as shown in 
Figure 2.43. 
 
Figure 2.43. Opening the “Brick” Rental Staging Remote 
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Step 2 
Find the 4 jumpers located along the latching side of the battery compartment. These 
jumper settings establish the remote keypad protocol so that the remote functions in a 
certain manner. 
Step 3: Set the Jumpers 
Set the jumpers to match one of the protocols shown in Figure 2.44. Use tweezers or 
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TO CHANGE FROM INFRARED TO WIRED: 
1.  Remove battery compartment cover from back of keypad. 
2. Remove batteries. 
3.  Wait 1-2 minutes. Meanwhile, notch the battery cover to create an exit hole 
for the cable. Make sure hole is smooth and will accommodate the cable 
without pinching. 
4.  Plug the keypad cable (supplied) into the empty battery compartment—make 
sure to orient the connector correctly (red wire nearest to the edge). 
5.  Set keypad protocol to “wired” jumper setting (refer back to Figure 2.44). 
Make sure to set jumper #4 between pins 2 and 3 as shown in the last 
example (shaded). 
6.  Replace battery compartment cover, keeping the strain relief tie just inside 
the battery compartment at the exit notch. 
7.  Plug into the port labeled 
REMOTE on the projector’s input panel. 
 
TO CHANGE FROM WIRED TO INFRARED: 
1.  Unplug the keypad from the projector. 
2.  Open the keypad back and unplug the keypad cable. 
3.  Wait 1-2 minutes. 
4.  Install batteries (see Section 4) 
5.  Set jumpers according to the desired IR protocol (refer back to Figure 2.44). 
Make sure to set jumper #4 between pins 1 and 2 as shown for all remote IR 
protocols. 
6.  Replace battery compartment cover. 
  
						

							Section 3 
Operation 
 
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This section explains how to use the projector once it has been installed. Please read 
through these pages before using the projector for the first time. An understanding of 
projector features and how to access them will help you to take full advantage of the 
capabilities of the projector within minutes. 
NOTE: Installation involves locating the projector and adjusting it for use at that 
location. If you have not yet installed the projector, refer to Section 2, Installation 
and Setup. 
Most projector functions and adjustments are initiated via keypad commands that 
either control the projector directly or activate a system of intuitive menus. 
Collections of settings can be defined and retained in the projector’s internal memory 
as a custom channel, with up to 50 different channels possible. 
Projector components and functions are illustrated below (Figure 3.1). Refer back to 
the chart on page 1-2 for additional differences between models. 
 
Figure 3.1. Basic Projector Components 
Zoom 
Operated with the keypad, the internal optics of a motorized zoom lens rotates to 
adjust the size of the image without moving the projector. Minimum and maximum 
image sizes depend on which zoom lens is installed. See Section 5, Specifications.  
Lens Release 
Push lens release to enable the lens to be rotated for removal. 
3.1 Overview 
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Focus 
Operated with the keypad, focus adjusts the sharpness of the image at the current 
throw distance. 
Lens Offset 
Operated with the keypad, vertical and horizontal offsets shift the lens and move the 
image up or down and left or right. See Section 2, Installation and Setup and 
Section 6, Specifications for ranges and other details. 
Shutter and Iris 
NOTE: Iris is not available on Roadster S
+ 20K. 
Operated with the keypad, closing the internal shutter blocks the lens internally and 
turns the image to off (black). Enlarge the diameter of the iris—a.k.a. optical 
aperture—for optimized brightness; reduce the diameter to optimize contrast ratio. 
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